Downtown SLO Walk of Fame
A partnership of the SLO Film Fest & Downtown SLO
The Film Festival-Goer's Guide to Shopping & Dining Downtown!
About the SLO Film Fest
April 24–29, 2025
As a premiere 6-day annual event, the SLO Film Fest showcases new independent film screenings in a wide variety of venues, from the city’s classic art deco Fremont Theatre to the popular independent Palm Theatre to the Downtown Centre Cinemas. Learn more about the SLO Film Fest.
Shop & Dine Downtown
Experience the charm of downtown San Luis Obispo’s small business community while you are out and about at this year’s SLO International Film Festival!
Downtown Businesses: Still want to sign up? Reach out to marketing@downtownslo.com.
Ah Louis Store
📍800 Palm Street
Special Offer: 10% off entire purchase for festival passholders
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Ah Louis Store is located across the street from The Palm Theatre. Open as a year-round gift shop, the historic shelves are filled with wine, local gift baskets, greeting cards, entertaining essentials, souvenir, and SLO’s largest selection of holiday decor.
Apropos
📍1021 Morro Street
Nestled in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, California, Apropos is a destination all fashionistas will enjoy. The boutique is focused on empowering women through fashion, whether it is through casual jeans and a blouse or fancy dresses for weddings or special events.
Blackwater
📍705 Higuera Street
Blackwater is a downtown SLO gift and plant shop known for curated home decor, vintage finds, and seasonal displays. They offer free gift wrapping and parking validation, creating a whimsical, nostalgic shopping experience.
Cheap Thrills Records
📍563 Higuera Street
Cheap Thrills Records in San Luis Obispo offers a wide selection of new and used DVD and Blu-ray movies, spanning cult classics, Hollywood blockbusters, indie gems, documentaries, horror, comedy, drama, and more. Whether you're a collector or just looking for a movie night favorite, you’ll find affordable titles across every genre—from vintage favorites to recent releases—all in excellent condition and priced to move.
Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
📍Higuera Street, Thursdays from 6–9 PM
Experience San Luis Obispo’s signature event! Every Thursday, between 5,000 and 10,000 locals, students, families, and visitors gather on Higuera Street to enjoy five blocks of fresh produce, music, BBQ, artisan goods, and more. Featuring over 120 vendors each week and live entertainment at every intersection, the renowned Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market is a weekly night market like no other.
Euphoria
📍779 Higuera Street
Euphoria is a modern boutique focused on effortless, laid-back style. They specialize in ethically-sourced clothing, natural fabrics, and handmade jewelry and gifts. Thoughtfully curated for those who appreciate simple basics with a touch of artistry, Euphoria is all about timeless fashion with a conscious heart.
Hands Gallery
📍777 Higuera Street
Special Offer: 10% off entire purchase for festival passholders
For 35 years, this locally-owned contemporary craft gallery and gift shop has showcased a unique selection of handmade art, jewelry, and home decor.
Hemp Shak
📍781 Higuera Street
Hemp Shak is a locally-owned boutique offering a laid-back, boho vibe with ethically-sourced clothing, natural fabrics, and handmade jewelry and gifts. They’ve been curating unique, fair-trade finds for almost 30 years—think colorful, comfy styles, crystals, incense, and all the good energy.
HumanKind Fair Trade
📍974 Monterey Street
Special Offer: 10% off entire purchase for festival passholders
HumanKind is a vibrant non-profit retail shop that carries handcrafted goods from skilled makers from around the world.
JunkGirls
📍870 Monterey Street
JunkGirls was born out of Jenny’s and Melissa’s love for all things handmade and the therapeutic power of art. Their unique and ever-changing space is filled with art, lighting, furniture, jewelry, and home decor, striving to create everything using recycled, repurposed, vintage, antique, and found items from around the USA. They have a passion for giving found and forgotten objects and new life and purpose.
Making SLO
📍751 Higuera Street
Making SLO is home to over 70 talented makers and artisans. You’ll find a large assortment of custom artwork and other locally-made goods featuring well-known landmarks, scenic landscapes, and local wildlife, each piece capturing the essence and beauty of the beautiful Central Coast.
Mareh Couture
📍778 Higuera Street
Mareh Couture is a premier bridal boutique in San Luis Obispo, specializing in exquisite wedding gowns. Mareh Couture provides a curated selection of luxury bridal fashion and personalized styling experiences, and is dedicated to creating a seamless and memorable journey for every bride, offering unparalleled craftsmanship and a touch of elegance in every detail.
Mee Heng Low Noodle House
📍815 Palm Street
Nestled in historic Chinatown between Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and the Palm Theatre, Mee Heng Low Noodle House has been serving the community since 1927. This timeless Chinese noodle house offers a cozy setting to enjoy dishes like chop suey, chow mein, and bao. Whether you are looking for a hearty meal or a taste of history, this restaurant remains a cornerstone of Chinatown’s culinary scene.
Summerland Co.
📍1023 Morro Street
From western and country to vintage and modern chic, there is something for everyone at Summerland Co. Shop home decor, baby goods, jewelry, clothing, and bath accessories.
Festival Venues
Downtown Centre Cinemas
📍888 Marsh Street
Located in the heart of downtown SLO, this seven-screen venue has hosted the SLO Film Festival since its inception. The venue has wide reclining seats and serves alcoholic beverages!
The Palm Theatre, Home of the SLO Film Center
📍817 Palm Street
Originally opened in 1988, the Palm Theatre has been a staple of downtown San Luis Obispo and was the first solar-powered movie theatre in the United States. Now home to the SLO Film Center, this historic theatre continues to showcase independent films, classic cinema, and special screenings, making it a cherished destination for movie lovers.
The Fremont
📍1035 Monterey Street
The historic Fremont Theater has brought entertainment to downtown SLO for over 75 years! Full of rich, art deco charm, this theater has served as both a moving picture theatre and a live entertainment venue for decades.
Festival Lounge: Edna Contemporary
📍967 Monterey Street
With an exceptional selection of paintings, photography and sculpture by emerging to mid-career artists, EDNA Contemporary specializes in residential and corporate art consulting.